HAZWOPER 40-Hour General Site Worker (GSW) Course, CCR Title 8 Section 5192e & CFR 29 1910.120e

Become HAZWOPER-Certified with NATEC International, Inc.

Prepare for the Challenges of Fire and Hazardous Material Cleanup

When disaster strikes—whether a large-scale structural fire, chemical spill, or natural disaster—Global Environmental Network, Inc. is here to prepare you for the challenge. Our 40-Hour HAZWOPER General Site Worker Training goes beyond the basics, equipping you with the expertise to safely and effectively handle hazardous materials in high-risk situations.

Our instructors bring real-world expertise to the classroom, drawing from their extensive backgrounds in firefighting, HAZMAT response, and fire-related hazardous waste operations.

Why Choose GENI?

Real-World Expertise

• Elite Instructors: Learn from industry veterans with over 10 years of real-world experience, including firefighters and HAZMAT team members who have worked on large fire cleanups and emergency hazardous waste operations.
• Specialized Knowledge: Insight into HAZMAT cleanup, handling debris contaminated with asbestos, lead, PCBs, and other hazardous materials found after structural fires, chemical spills, and more.
• Fire-Focused Training: Learn from industry veterans with over 10 years of real-world experience, including firefighters and HAZMAT team members who have worked on large fire cleanups and emergency hazardous waste operations.

Comprehensive Multi-Scenario Training

• Fire-Related Scenarios: Focused modules on cleanup after large-scale structural fires.
• Broader HAZMAT Applications: Training for industrial spills, disaster-related hazardous waste, and site contamination.
• Regulatory Compliance: Meets OSHA’s HAZWOPER standards (29 CFR 1910.120 and 8 CCR 5192).

What You’ll Gain

• Interactive Learning: Engaging classroom sessions led by experts who’ve been on the front lines of hazardous waste cleanup.
• Hands-On Practice: Real-world scenarios that simulate fire and multi-hazard cleanups.
• Certification: Earn your 40-hour HAZWOPER certification required for hazardous materials operations.

Who Should Attend?

• Environmental cleanup contractors.
• Restoration workers for homes and businesses post-fire or disaster.
• Supervisors & government agencies overseeing / managing hazardous materials cleanup teams.
• Emergency responders transitioning into hazardous waste operations.

Why Post-Fire and Multi-Scenario Training Matters

From structural fires to chemical spills, each situation presents unique challenges:

• Fires: Toxic debris such as asbestos, lead, and PCBs.
• Spills: Containment and cleanup of industrial chemicals.
• Disasters: Handling hazardous materials released by natural events.
   

GENI’s training ensures you're prepared for these & other complex operations safely & efficiently.

Course Description:

This course is available in Spanish, contact us directly for registrations.

GENI's course is designed specifically for general site workers, such as general laborers, equipment operators, and supervisory personnel who are actively engaged in hazardous substance removal or other activities that might expose them or potentially expose workers to hazardous substances and health hazards. It’s especially suitable for those who are required to fulfill the 40-hour training criteria. This course is also known as the General Site Worker 40 Hour Course.  

GENI's Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response course is structured to meet the preliminary training demands for general site workers as laid out in 29 CFR 1910.120(e)(3) and 8 CCR 5192 (e)(3). The comprehensive 40-hour curriculum, spread over five days, offers a blend of live instruction, hands-on demonstrations, interactive videos, and practical exercises, all oriented towards topics crucial for general site workers. As stated by the standard 1910.120(e)(3)(i), general site workers such as equipment operators, general laborers, and supervisory staff, when engaged in hazardous substance removal or similar activities, must obtain a minimum of 40 hours of off-site instruction. This program not only provides essential theoretical knowledge but also incorporates practical, hands-on training sessions to ensure learning. 

Course Outline:

Upon completion, attendees will gain proficiency in: 

• Recognizing and identifying hazardous substances in various work environments. 
• Understanding the various health risks associated with different hazardous substances. 
• Selecting and effectively utilizing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for maximum safety. 
• Implementing safe work procedures to mitigate risks from identified hazards. 
• Undertaking emergency response operations during hazardous waste incidents. 
• Hands-on, practical training sessions tailored for real-world application. 

Course Duration: 40 hours